Dt: the contact owns a 1995 geo prism. The air bag deployed without an accident. The speed was about 5 MPH. Because she was slowing down for a red light the front driver and front passenger air bags deployed. There where some previous road construction on the road she was traveling on. But the night of this incident the road was fairly leveled. The contact did not lose control of the vehicle because she was already stopping. The air bag warning light was not that she is aware of. One passenger sustained injuries,such as severe bruising, head injuries, busted nose and black eyes. She was transported by ambulance to the emergency room. The insurance agency told her that there was the federal safety agency recall 96v070000 concerning the air bag sensor. She contacted gm manufacturer and she was told this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN. This occurred on august 30, 2005.
1995 Geo Prizm airbags problems
31 complaints (32% of all complaints for this car). 20 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 31
- of this car's complaints
- 32%
- crashes
- 20
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Frontal24
- Frontal: sensor/control module3
- Side/window1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Geo Prizm airbags problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1995 Geo Prizm airbags
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Air bags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive
- What is wrong
- If liquid is spilled in the console box area, the air bag warning light can illuminate and stay "on" during normal driving conditions.
- Risk
- This leakage condition could cause the air bag to inadvertently deploy.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a protective cover over the air bag sensor to prevent possible malfunction caused by the spilling of liquid substances on the sensor. Air bag sensors damaged by previous liquid spillage will be replaced.
Recall number 96V107000 · Recall details
What 1995 Geo Prizm owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Reporting on behalf of our insured. Airbag deployed after hit pot hole. No frontal impact. Injury to driver. Air bags were not repaired.
While driving SRS light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. The vehicle was taken to a garage, and mechanic determined that the sensor needed to be replaced. *ak the technician at the garage indicated the problem she was experiencing was the subject of a recall. The consumer called the dealer with the recall information but they informed her that the vehicle's VIN was not included.
Your website states that there is a recall on my vehicle: 95 geo prizm for airbags frontal sensor control module which is a problem that I have on my vehicle. However I was told there was no recall for my vehicle identification number.
A beverage was spilled into console while driving, and an hour later airbag light was on. Consumer contacted dealer about recall 96 v 107 000, and they were not aware of any recall on that vehicle. Driver stated that recall explained exact problem, but this vehicle not effected due to VIN. Please provide any further information.
Was driving vehicle approximately 35mph and had rear ended another vehicle when brakes had locked. Upon impact with other vehicle, air bags failed to deploy.
While stopping another vehicle hit consumer's vehicle head-0n at 35 MPH. Upon impact, air bags did not deploy. Please provide further information.
While driving about 20 applied brakes pedal, and driver's air bag deployed without prior warning.
While pulling into a driveway less then 5 MPH both air bags deployed without warning. Injuries were reported. Dealer notified.
While driving at 50 MPH another vehicle hit the consumer's vehicle head-on, and driver's side and passager's side air bags didn't deploy.
Questions about the 1995 Geo Prizm airbags
Does the 1995 Geo Prizm have airbags problems?
Owners have filed 31 complaints about the airbags of the 1995 Geo Prizm, 32% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 1995 Geo Prizm airbags problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1995 Geo Prizm airbags?
Yes, 1 recall: 96V107000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Geo Prizm have bad airbags?
The Geo Prizm model years with the most airbags complaints are 1994 (50 complaints), 1995 (31 complaints) and 1993 (27 complaints).
Other 1995 Geo Prizm problems
Seat belts 20Brakes 13Body 7Suspension 6Electrical 5Engine 5Steering 5Transmission 5Visibility 5Tires 4Acceleration 3Seats 3Lights 2Fuel system 1Wheels 1
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